Events and Conferences Facility Coordinator 00698

Full job description
Departmental Objective
To strengthen and support the university’s operations and reputation by providing superior customer service and event management through coordinating effective and efficient event scheduling, event and conference services and event logistical support for all university stakeholders and external partners.

Purpose of the Position
This position serves as a liaison between all levels of university personnel and members of the CNU community and coordinates their use of CNU facilities. Consistent with the university’s commitment to inclusion and belonging, this position ensures CNU facilities are welcoming spaces for all.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Knowledge of creating, maintaining, and communicating policies and procedures
Strong customer service and communication skills
Excellent organizational and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to solve problems effectively and efficiently
Ability to sell and market event spaces
Ability to execute large scale events
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to work independently and in teams
Proven ability in establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and vendors
Ability to supervise and manage student employees
Ability to manage diverse large scale and high risk multifaceted events and/or conferences to include parking and transportation needs
Ability to manage events for high demand academic departments
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Valid Driver’s License

Experience:
Event management experience
Customer service experience

Additional Consideration(s)
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in higher education, tourism/event management or related field
Collegiate Conference and Events Professional certification

Experience:
Experience in theater management
Experience working in a university setting
Experience with word processing and/or spreadsheet software
Experience with basic AV needs and technology
Experience with event management software and/or room diagramming software and/or conference programmer software

Salary Information
Starting at $41,121, commensurate with education and experience

CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/. Read more